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An inexpensive but qualitative 12-string

StringsOnFire, 14.08.2011

Before I bought this 12-string western guitar, I tested some guitars beforehand (unfortunately only in very small quantities). Those in the same price segment did not like me particularly. Tonally convinced me the Tanglewood, this cost however 650EUR. About Cort, I have read many good experiences in the Internet and thus it was worth a try:

Sound: The sound of the CORT MR710F-12 NT really convinced me. The high and low notes sound nicely differentiated (both chords and melodies) and have a good balanced sound.

Over the preamp, the guitar does not sound so nice, but it's still okay (maybe it's on the POD X3 Live). In my opinion it depends on the style when you play with the preamp, since it is good or less good in some directions. When recording, I would suggest a mix of mic and line in to get a better sound.

Features: The built-in tuner, which reacts quickly and is quite precise, is pleasing. It is also very easy to change the battery. Unfortunately you have to fasten the strap to the neck, but this is the case with many acoustic guitars ... I would have liked that the guitar had its own jack socket (as with my Ibanez AW), and not the belt pin.

Processing: The processing is very noble (despite "Made in China"). The wood and the way of processing make a nice look. More specifically, I would not go into it, because who has seen the guitar before, knows what I mean;). It should also be mentioned that the guitar is matt lacquered.

Unfortunately, my guitar on the back of the body had a scratch and a few small "paint flaws". While playing, she can not see anyone (are anyway very small), but it is still annoying something on a new guitar to have. But I do not think that is serienbedingt.

Playability: I did not check with the guitar exactly whether the string position and the neck curvature are perfectly adjusted, but the playability seemed to me quite pleasant. Whoever plays a 12-string for the first time has to get used to it anyway.

All in all, I am very satisfied with this 12-string Western guitar from Cort and would recommend it to everyone.

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